August is always such a hot month. We’ve been lucky this summer with a bunch of summer storms. Turning on my oven on a hot summer day is the last thing I ever want to do. One of the best ways to avoid the heat is to use your crockpot or slow cooker. I love mine for days like these. It’s my favorite way to cook in the summer. It’s so nice to beat the heat and let your crockpot do all the work for you.

I’m always amazed at what you can cook in the crockpot. It’s not just about soups and meats. You can cook SO much more in your crockpot. Cakes and breads are a fun thing to try like this recipe for Rumchata Banana Bread. Looks so good, right? You can also cook a pizza in your crockpot! Crazy huh?

So, if you’re not wanting to slave over a stove for the last few hot weeks of summer, try using your crockpot. Whether you’re looking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert recipes, I’ve rounded up some recipes that make using your crockpot look fun and exciting. And, they all look so yummy, too!

Click on the images in the slideshow to take you to the full recipe with details.

3 Responses to 9 Crockpot recipes to help you beat the heat

Thank you for the feature of my Honey Ginger Chicken This is a great post!

Addysays:

August 13, 2014 at 5:37 pm

Our favorite recipe is by far the easiest thing I make. One can of black beans, one can of corn, one jar of salsa, 4-5 chicken breasts (frozen or thawed). Put it on high for about 4 hours, throw in a brick of cream cheese, cook for another 30 minutes and done. It’s super tasty and super easy!

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